Senior Manufacturing Technology Engineer

Qnity; Circleville (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive pay and benefits package

Job summary

A leader in advanced electronics solutions in Circleville, Ohio is seeking a Senior Manufacturing Technology Engineer. This role involves leading a team to enhance manufacturing efficiency and quality for Kapton® Polyimide Films, implementing large process improvements, and providing technical oversight. The ideal candidate will possess a BS in Mechanical, Chemical, or Electrical Engineering with expertise in Lean Manufacturing principles and Web Handling technology. This position offers a collaborative environment and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Expert in Web Handling technology.
• 5+ Years Industrial plant experience working with PSM critical processes/systems.
• Demonstrated ability to apply technical knowledge to diagnose, troubleshoot, solve or help others solve equipment and/or process issues.

Responsibilities

• Leads through influence within a technical team to prioritize and execute efforts.
• Designs and implements large programs and process improvements.
• Leads troubleshooting and root cause failure analyses for complex issues.

Skills

Web Handling technology

Lean Manufacturing Principles

Process Hazards Analysis

Control systems

PLC

HMI

Interpersonal skills

Project execution

Education

BS in Mechanical, Chemical or Electrical Engineering

Tools

Six Sigma / Green Belt Certified

Job description

Senior Manufacturing Technology Engineer

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Are you looking to power the next leap in the exciting world of advanced electronics? Do you want to help solve problems that drive success in the rapidly evolving technology and connectivity landscape? Then bring your problem‑solving, passion, and creativity to help us power the next leap in electronics.

At Qnity, we’re more than a global leader in materials and solutions for advanced electronics and high‑tech industries – we’re a tight‑knit team that is motivated by new possibilities, and always up for a challenge. All our dedicated teams contribute to making cutting‑edge technology possible. We value forward‑thinking challengers, boundary‑pushers, and diverse perspectives across all our departments, because we know we play a critical role in the world enabling faster progress for all. Learn how you can start or jump‑start your career with us.

The Kapton® team is seeking a Senior Manufacturing Technology Engineer at the Circleville, Ohio facility—30 miles south of Columbus, Ohio. This role will work with a diverse team of engineers, operators, and mechanics to provide technical expertise and strategic direction to improve our competitive advantage for the manufacturing of Kapton® Polyimide Films. The Kapton® facilities consist of polymer manufacturing, solvent distillation and extraction, film casting, and numerous converting operations such as coating, heat treatment, and slitting. The Circleville site has a wide variety of on‑site engineering disciplines such as R&D and project engineering, in addition to the 30+ engineers in the Kapton® Manufacturing Technology department.

The Circleville site is a short drive from Columbus, OH, a growing city that is currently the 14th largest in the nation. This proximity to Columbus allows either urban or rural living; great for families and single living. The area offers many museums and arts‑scene experiences, professional and collegiate sports, and has several highly ranked golf courses and state/metro parks for the outdoor enthusiast. See www.experiencecolumbus.com for additional information.

The Senior Manufacturing Technology Engineer role will work to upgrade processes and products that may range from incremental improvements to major technology changes. A primary focus is to improve process efficiency, quality, process safety, yield, plant capacity and Overall Equipment Effectiveness.

Responsibilities

• Leads through influence within a team (operations specialists & production, reliability, & process control engineers) to prioritize, coordinate and execute efforts for the assets of responsibility, exhibiting strong interpersonal skills
• Designs/Implements large programs and/or process improvements (yield, quality, uptime, capacity release)
• Responsible to ensure adequate basic data is created for CapEx projects and provides resourcing support (e.g. development and/or Plans for Commissioning, Decommissioning, Start‑Up and Shut Down)
• Supports the startup and qualification of new equipment
• Leads troubleshooting and root cause failure analyses (RCFAs) for complex issues
• Identifies and works with technical personnel & operations to develop best practices for processes
• Networks and leverages the broader organization (Leveraged Engineering Resources, Quality, R&D, Marketing, etc.)
• Provides technical oversight of ongoing production
• Enables and assists in the training of operators, mechanics and other technical team members to convey the ‘why’ of the fundamentals
• Drives product‑by‑process through development and documentation of manufacturing standard process
• Utilizes Lean Manufacturing & Six Sigma methodology
• Supports key PSM Technology Elements as needed (Process Technology, PHA, Management of Change‑Technology)

Minimum Qualifications

• BS in Mechanical, Chemical or Electrical Engineering

Preferred Qualifications

• Expert in Web Handling technology
• 5+ Years Industrial plant experience working with PSM critical processes/systems
• Expert at developing basic data, project execution, equipment startup & commissioning
• Expert with Lean Manufacturing Principles
• Experience with control systems, PLCs, HMIs
• Demonstrated ability to apply technical knowledge to diagnose, troubleshoot, solve or help others solve equipment and/or process issues.
• Demonstrated knowledge of key PSM Technology elements such as Process Hazards Analysis, Process Technology, Management of Change‑Technology, RAGAGEP among others
• Demonstrated ability to teach, coach, mentor, develop others, and work in a team‑based environment
• Demonstrated ability to plan, prioritize and manage multiple, complex, time‑sensitive projects
• Demonstrated skill in team‑building and achieving results through influence and negotiation
• Good interpersonal and communication skills; must work well in both self‑managed and team environment
• Ability to access and network with appropriate site and corporate teams to gain or share knowledge
• Six Sigma / Green Belt Certified

Qnity is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability or any other protected class. If you need a reasonable accommodation to search or apply for a position, please visit our Accessibility Page for Contact Information.

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